Alexandria city, Virginia
Alexandria city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Alexandria city is a geographic entity located in Alexandria city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 156,976. The land area covers 14.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156,976 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 76,096 | ±582 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 80,844 | ±100 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 76,096 | ±582 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,748 | ±562 |
| Median Home Value | $735,100 | ±$22,247 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,089 | ±$32 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $119,681 | ±$2,819 |
| Per Capita Income | $79,474 | ±$1,426 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | ±0.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,336 | ±1,306 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±0.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 96,116 | ±931 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±0.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Alexandria | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Alexandria | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Alexandria | N | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | 09-12 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | PK-06 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | PK-05 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Alternative School Alexandria | 09-12 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | PK-06 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | PK-06 | Alexandria, VA | |
| Regular School Alexandria | PK-06 | Alexandria, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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INOVA ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 4320 SEMINARY RD, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22304 |
(703) 504-3167
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Washington University of Science and Technology
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College | 1.2 mi away | 2900 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22314-5202 |
7039412020
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JAMES M. DUNCAN, JR. BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 2501 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22301 |
(703) 746-1705
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INOVA MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 2501 PARKERS LANE, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22306 |
(703) 664-7105
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CET-Alexandria
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College Vocational | 3.4 mi away | 6295 Edsall Rd, Plaza 500, Ste. 220, Alexandria, VA, 22312 |
4082877924
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ELLEN COOLIDGE BURKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 4701 SEMINARY ROAD, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22304 |
(703) 746-1704
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Pardee RAND Graduate School - Virginia
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College | 3.3 mi away | 1200 South Hayes Street, Arlington, VA, 22202-5050 | — |
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CHARLES E. BEATLEY, JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 5005 DUKE STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22304 |
(703) 746-1702
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DeVry University-Virginia
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College | 3.4 mi away | 1400 Crystal Dr, Ste 120, Arlington, VA, 22202 |
7034144000
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TALKING BOOKS SERVICE
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 5005 DUKE STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22304 |
(703) 746-1760
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WASHINGTON REAGAN AP, VA US, located 3.3 miles from Alexandria city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44.8° | 30.1° | 37.5° | 2.86" | 4.9" |
| February | 48.3° | 31.8° | 40.0° | 2.62" | 5.0" |
| March | 56.5° | 38.6° | 47.6° | 3.50" | 2.0" |
| April | 68.0° | 48.4° | 58.2° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.5° | 58.0° | 67.2° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.1° | 67.5° | 76.3° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.6° | 72.4° | 81.0° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.8° | 71.0° | 79.4° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 64.1° | 72.4° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.4° | 52.2° | 60.8° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| November | 58.2° | 41.6° | 49.9° | 2.91" | 0.1" |
| December | 48.8° | 34.5° | 41.7° | 3.41" | 1.7" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Huntington CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Rose Hill CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Belle Haven CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Bailey's Crossroads CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Lincolnia CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5151090020. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.